Ordinary Person
Ordinary Person

Movie spotlight

Ordinary Person

2017
Movie
121 min
Korean

Major crimes unit detective Seong-jin arrests Tae-sung for petty crimes, but shocked to find out that he is the notorious serial killer. However, Seong-jin becomes doubtful of his identity as the serial murder case is investigated.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users72%
Director: Jason WinerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A seemingly ordinary suburban family man harbors a dark secret: he is a notorious serial killer. When a new case brings detectives too close for comfort, he must balance his dangerous double life with his everyday responsibilities. The film explores the psychological tension as his two worlds threaten to collide.

Critical Reception

Ordinary Person received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its unique premise and the lead actor's performance. However, some found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its dark humor and suspenseful elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing premise of a killer leading a double life.

  • The lead actor's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.

  • Criticized by some for predictable plot twists and pacing issues.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's attempt at a dark comedy thriller, with many commending the suspense and the unexpected nature of the protagonist's hidden life. Some viewers found the ending to be somewhat unsatisfying, but overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Jason Winer, is primarily known for his work in television directing acclaimed episodes of shows like 'Modern Family' and 'The Office' before venturing into feature films.

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